Painting in Tuscany Italy June 2023

A week in Tuscany Italy 

 Thursday 15th June to Thursday 22nd June 2023

 With Artist Trudi Doyle  

It's been four long years  !  

I'm so happy to once again offer this holiday in the heart of Tuscany . Its been four very long years since I touched down in Pisa airport and headed into the heart of the Tuscan countryside towards beautiful Montecatini to spend a worry free week.  I can't wait to see the spectacular Tuscan Apennine mountain range fading to fragile blue in the heat haze, the sky an azure dome above terracotta roof tiles and ancient architecture in historic villages making way for vineyards of gnarled grapevines and ancient olive groves, for fields of sunflowers and lavender.  To experience the taste of delicious food and wine and enjoy days out in rural Tuscany and in Florence.   Bring it on !   

FLY TO PISA -  I have organised the rest - airport transfers, -4 star Hotel, half board , guided tours and day excursions to quiet medieval villages to experience the beauty and mystique of rural Tuscany at a leisurely pace, train tickets to Florence and tour of the Pitti Palace with its many galleries ☼ and the famous Boboli gardens.  Watercolour painting sessions with expert tuition and helpful advice in a friendly non competitive atmosphere. 

(☼the Palatine Gallery, Gallery of Modern Art, Treasury of the Grand Dukes, Museum of Russian Icons and Palatine Chapel)

The Ponte Vecchio Florence

What is included 

1  Seven nights at 4 star Hotel Ariston Montecatini  http://www.ariston-hotel.com 

with half board - 7 breakfasts & 6 dinners with drinks and wine included. Single en suite room .   Twin room or double room for sharing if required.   

 2. Transfers to and from Pisa airport  -( flights are not included)

3. Half day guided tour of Montecatini Tettuccio historical Spa with complimentary  welcome drinks and snack. 

 

4. Two full day excursions by mini bus taxi to paint/explore in medieval villages  of Buggiani and Massa including  a day in the charming  and historic fortress town of Montecarlo.

5.  Entrance ticket to Montecarlo fortress

6.  Return train trip tickets to Florence.

 

7.  Pre-booked  guided tour and entrance ticket for all Palazzo Pitti collections in  Florence ; Palatine Gallery,  Gallery of Modern Art,  Treasury of the Grand Dukes, Museum of Russian Icons and Palatine Chapel plus  Boboli Gardens.

https://www.uffizi.it/palazzo-pitti  

 8. Professional guidance and tuition sessions  in watercolour and drawing to suit your requirements from  artist Trudi Doyle with demonstrations.  

What it costs  ( flights not included )

Full payment  to secure your place is required before  Friday 21st April 2023  please.

€1,165.00   per person in a single ensuite room

€1,025.00   per person sharing twin ensuite room

 I  can offer a €50 reduction for non-painting people /partners /friends .

You don't need to be a painter to enjoy this relaxing holiday  -all  Tuscany lovers  are welcome- join  us on the events and trips and do your own thing.                                     To check availability  and secure a place Contact trudidoyleart@gmail.com   or to make inquiries.  Or text 087 6658500 

  To Book your place   - Make your payment by direct bank transfer.   I will send you bank details to make the transaction. Contact trudidoyleart@gmail.com .

Alternatively pay by credit card via PayPal. If you decide on this method  I will email an invoice  you with a link to make a secure payment ( you don’t need a pay pal account- just a credit card ) However there is an extra 3.5% charge incurred on PayPal card  transactions but it is a very safe method of payment.

Full payment  to secure your place is required before  Friday 21st April 2023 .

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I will publish a full daily itinerary  for the  holiday week in early May and for  painting participamts a brief list of art materials needed for painting sessions .

TUITION Over the week I will provide basic lessons in painting outdoors using watercolour - the principles also apply to other mediums .eg.Pastels or Acrylics. I will demonstrate techniques. The amount of time you spend painting is largely up to you as there are many trips and excursions. Sketching on the go using pencils / pen and ink / water soluble crayons or pencils is advised- Pieces can be competed back at the hotel or later at your leisure.

N.B.Oil Paints are NOT allowed on flights. even in checked luggage,-They are considered as flammable liquid in the dangerous goods regulations.Breaching the regulation carries serious penalties!

Suggested flights from Ireland 

Dublin to Pisa  15th June  Ryanair flights departing at 17.45 arr. Pisa at 21.25  FR5308

Pisa to Dublin on 22nd June  Ryanair flight departing 15.30 arr Dublin 17.20   FR5309

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Photos from previous painting holidays in Tuscany. 

An Italien scarecrow 

REVIEWS AND FEEDBACK

 Comment from a happy painter 2019   "I am looking forward to joining Trudi Doyle on her Art Holiday to Tuscany - my fourth time in 7 years. It's a wonderful experience each time. I find inspiration in watching Trudi produce exquisite paintings "en plein air" and in the variety of the Tuscan scenery, mountains and villages with their timeless charm.     Trudi adapts her tuition and coaching to meet the needs of each student. The pace is relaxed and outings are well organised. The locals are friendly and welcoming. A nice camaraderie develops in the group, enhanced by sharing the gorgeous food provided for the evening meal by Maria in Hotel La Pia."  Pauline Jones, Ireland 

"I had a wonderful art holiday in Tuscany with Trudi -it  was fab -- well recommend to anybody interested in going". Susan M. Ireland 

"I have been with Trudi at La Pia Hotel  Tuscany on four trips so far and have enjoyed every minute - would return in a heartbeat -  Fabulous food -  - great company - a relaxed and efficient ( not a contradiction ! )  approach from both Maria at La Pia Hotel and Trudi"   . J.B.D. Ireland 

"Don't hesitate to book - I had a stimulating and fun week  in Tuscany  with Trudi - food, trips, Hotel la Pia, company  and wine -all superb. Thank you Maria La Pia and Trudi ." J,E California .USA